1870 Buckley & Merritt Hand Drawn Parade Carriage

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1870 Buckley & Merritt Hand Drawn Parade Carriage. Although patterned after a working hose carriage this American made piece has no purpose beyond its elegance and beauty. It was built as a source of pride for the firemen of the Hotchkiss Hose Company of Derby, Connecticut. Pulled by a team of firemen at parades and musters, this beautiful carriage boosted morale and promoted the image of its volunteer company.

This lovely carriage is owned by the Hall of Flame Museum in Phoenix, Arizona and is on display there.

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